Tokyo City Tour + Tickets + Boat Ride
Description
Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, Akihabara, and the impressive Tokyo SkyTree await your exploration on this comprehensive guided tour of Tokyo. This excursion provides an exceptional opportunity to uncover the essential landmarks of one of Asia's most captivating capitals!
Tour Overview
At the scheduled time, you will be collected from your chosen meeting point. The journey commences with a bus ride to Kabukicho, a renowned district known for its vibrant nightlife and Japanese bars.
Next, we will visit Meiji Jingu, a prominent Shinto shrine celebrated across Japan. Following this, we'll journey through Harajuku, pass the high-end Omotesando shopping area, and view the National Diet building, which houses the Japanese parliament.
Our timeline leads us by the Imperial Palace, the emperor’s current residence, where you can witness the historic Edo Castle, a defining emblem of Tokyo. After gaining insight into Japan's rich history, our route takes us to Akihabara, a hub for technology and anime enthusiasts. We will also traverse through Ueno and the Kappa-Bashi shopping street, renowned for its array of kitchenware, including traditional dishes, knives, and realistic food models.
The tour continues to the renowned Asakusa district. Here, we will stroll along Nakamise shopping avenue and pause for photographs at Kaminari-mon, a striking gate famous for its large red lantern.
In Asakusa, there will be an opportunity to savor tea or matcha ice cream. Additionally, if you select the lunch option, a delightful traditional Japanese meal awaits at an izakaya, a classic Japanese tavern. Alternatively, you will have approximately one hour of leisure to explore Asakusa at your own pace.
Once we've enjoyed our meal, we will regroup and proceed to the towering Tokyo Skytree. Reaching a height of 634 meters (2,080 feet), it is the tallest communications tower in Japan, promising breathtaking views. After taking in the sights, we will visit the Sora-machi shopping mall.
Following this, we head to the Odaiba area for an unforgettable boat ride on Tokyo Bay. During this journey, you will catch sight of the iconic Rainbow Bridge and admire the city’s famous skyline.
After the cruise, we will return by bus, passing landmarks such as Tokyo Tower, the Roppongi district, and the Olympic Stadium. This extensive 10-hour tour concludes near Shinjuku Station.
Tour with Lunch
Selecting this option allows you to enjoy a traditional meal at a restaurant situated in Asakusa. The menu features options like fried chicken, tofu, or other seasonal specialities, presenting a wonderful chance to experience Japan's culinary delights!
Vegetarian and gluten-free versions are also available, but for those with food allergies, it is advisable to choose the food-free option.
Pickup Locations
During the booking process, you can select from the following pick-up points in Tokyo:
- Matsuya Ginza
- Shinjuku Love Sculpture
Alterations to Itinerary
The Tokyo Bay boat tour operates only on Wednesday through Monday. On Tuesdays, there will be no visit to Odaiba or to the Fukagawa Edo Museum or Hamarikyu Gardens.
What's included
- English–speaking guide
- Transport by bus
- Admission to the Tokyo Sky Tree
- Boat ride of Tokyo Bay (except on Tuesdays)
- Admission to the Fukagawa Edo Museum or the Hamarikyu Gardens (only on Tuesdays)
- Lunch with a refreshments (depending on selection9
- Tea or matcha ice cream
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
At the indicated time, we'll meet at one of the following locations in central Tokyo:
- Matsuya Ginza, at exit A13 of the Ginza metro station. You can check the exact meeting point at this Google Maps link. Check-in is at 7:20 am and departure is at 7:30 am. Please arrive early.
- Shinjuku, at the LOVE statue in front of i-Land Tower: 6-5-1 Nishi-shinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. You can check the exact meeting point at this Google Maps link. Check-in is at 7:50 am and departure is at 8 am. Please arrive early.
In both cases, the guide will have a green and white flag with the "Japan Panoramic Tours" written on it.
Itinerary Changes
The order of the itinerary is subject to change and some activities may be cancelled due to traffic, weather conditions or other operational reasons. In this case, we'll visit other places, or you'll receive a gift as compensation. No refunds will be given.
The Tokyo Bay boat trip does not take place on Tuesdays. On this day, we won't go to Odaiba and visit Fukagawa Edo Museum or Hamarikyu Gardens.
Activity Language
Please note that there will be recorded commentary in Spanish on board the bus.
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